PR After Hours Podcast

We are excited to announce that we will begin recording new episodes for both Mysterious Goings On and PR After Hours starting September 14th.

Please note that recording slots are limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. While we would love to open up additional dates, we are currently unable to do so.

We will record one Saturday each month, with sessions scheduled for Saturdays 9-noon (Central Time) for the foreseeable future.

Our next recording sessions for both shows are on September 14th and October 12th at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., and 11 a.m.

We will try to set up TWO recording dates in November and will likely have a date in early December.

To ensure a good fit, we kindly ask that you carefully review our profiles on MatchMaker.fm before pitching yourself or a client. We will not be able to respond to off-topic pitches for either show.

Please tell us three dates and times you request in order of preference. We will do our best to accommodate.

We now use Riverside Studio, so video will be on during the session, and may be used on our feed.

---> We are offering something new: For a $50 fee, paid in advance via Venmo or Paypal, our Priority Appearance option guarantees your recording session during our early Saturday afternoon time slot between 12:30-2 p.m. Central. If that time isn't convenient, we'll work with you to find a better fit.

Additionally, Priority Appearance option guests receive the video and audio of their appearance before the episode is posted. Just let me know if you are interested.

Thank you for your interest in being a guest on our podcasts. We look forward to the possibility of introducing you (or your client) to our thousands of listeners soon.

https://www.matchmaker.fm/profiles/shows/list

Don't sleep on this.

Yup, they got me and my wife in this one, and we immediately took steps to protect ourselves.

Here’s what you need to do if you suspect your data may have been compromised, and how to protect yourself:

https://alex715.substack.com/p/protecting-yourself-after-the-npd

Part of my hesitance to be a team guy probably stems from my early career as a journalist. Reporters aren’t team players–at least they weren’t in the newsrooms I haunted. When I moved from journalism to , my early jobs were at companies where I was basically a one-man shop.

That changed as my career progressed, but old habits die hard. Even when I had staff and team members to work with I had a tough time letting go of some things. That may also have had something to do with my ego, too.


https://alex715.substack.com/p/when-improvisation-is-not-an-option

“No man but a blockhead ever wrote except for money.” — Samuel Johnson

“No man but a blockhead expects to make money podcasting.” — Alex Greenwood

In recent years, podcasting has emerged as the medium du jour, touted as a gold rush for content creators and businesses looking to cash in on the on-demand audio revolution.

Amidst stories of celebrities signing multi-million-dollar podcast deals (many of which have cratered — just ask Harry and Meghan) and niche creators finding their tribes (and considerable profits), there’s a pervasive belief that podcasting is a lucrative venture open to anyone with a microphone and a story to tell.

However, the reality is far more complex and sadly less promising, especially for those solely looking to make money.

Take it from me. I’ve been doing this since 2006. Here’s why may not be the best path for everyone.

The Myth of Easy Money in Podcasting Why It’s Not the Right Path for Everyone

The United States of America was great, is great, and will continue to be great if we don’t lose faith in our ideals and each other.

Many sources compete for attention online, including partisan blogs and bogus sites posing as legitimate news organizations. It can be tough to know what information to trust.

So what does “credibility” look like, and how can you recognize it?

https://newslit.org/educators/resources/is-it-legit/

Alex highlights the importance of embracing the Stoic philosophy of focusing on what can be controlled and cutting out excessive news and political consumption. It emphasizes the need to recognize and avoid clickbait and misinformation, and the responsibility of individuals in stopping the spread of false information.

LISTEN on ⁠SPOTIFY⁠, ⁠APPLE⁠, and WHEREVER YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS.

Navigating the Mental Health Dangers of Social Media Alex Greenwood explores the mental health dangers of social media, particularly during an election year. He discusses the double-edged sword of social media, the impact of excessive use on anxiety and depression, and the...

"What is objectionable, what is dangerous about extremists, is not that they are extreme, but that they are intolerant. The evil is not what they say about their cause, but what they say about their opponents."

- Sen. Robert F. Kennedy

From the vault: Don't Wrestle with a Pig

Summary
The video discusses the importance of crisis communication management and knowing when a response is NOT needed.

Highlights

* Sometimes the best response in crisis management is no response.
* A story from the movie “12 o’clock High” illustrates the importance of decisive leadership.
* Responding to a crisis situation strategically can prevent escalation.
Asking key questions can help determine the need for a crisis response.

https://youtu.be/8GvUuX_mfu0?si=5Ry0OG5w2PdkYQAo

I'm out this week, but here's an episode from the vault...

Saying "no comment" when questioned by a reporter is not the best strategy. Here are a few ways to consider in efforts to ensure your "no comment" comment is better received.

Best Ways to Say "No Comment" Without Saying It Saying "no comment" when questioned by a reporter is not the best strategy. Today, Alex comments on ways to ensure your "no comment" comment is better receiv...

With J. Alexander Greenwood Author and Podcaster – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

ALREADY?!?!
PR After Hours Season 9 Finale: Leveraging Podcasts for PR

https://prafterhours.com/f/season-9-finale-leveraging-podcasts-for-pr via

With Colin Hay – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉 I guess I’m GOING SOMEWHERE!

Coming July 17! https://writersinthestormblog.com/?p=50060

Happy Father’s Day to all my fellow fecund funsters.

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56 Observations and Free Advice About Life for No Good Reason

56 Observations and Free Advice About Life for No Good Reason 1. When I was a kid, a Flintstones chewable vitamin was cool and tasty. As I get older, a standard-sized supplement threatens to choke me to death. 2. People who aggressively race past me to get to a stoplight perplex me. Gas mileage at a stoplight is zero.